Russell Wilson announces retirement after 10 seasons with Seattle Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:41 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Russell Wilson has formally announced his retirement from the NFL at age 37. He transitions from player to CBS studio analyst after a 10-year career primarily with the Seattle Seahawks. Wilson played his final games with the Broncos, Steelers, and Giants, but faced challenges in maintaining his former elite performance level. His Hall of Fame candidacy remains a topic of debate, particularly due to a mixed final chapter with those teams. Wilson will now contribute to CBS' "NFL Today" pregame show.
- •Russell Wilson retires after a successful 10-year career.
- •Primarily known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks.
- •Transitioning to a role as an analyst at CBS.
- •Career highlights include 10 Pro Bowls and a Super Bowl win.
- •Challenges in final seasons raise Hall of Fame debate.
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"Russell Wilson was a polarizing quarterback for the second act of his career, which is the only reason he might be kept out of the Hall of Fame despite a stellar 10-year run.
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